HC Deb 18 October 2001 vol 372 c1288W
Mr. Hoyle

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport if she will make a statement on the 2001 Super League Grand Final. [8434]

Mr. Caborn

I was at Old Trafford for the Grand Final and enjoyed watching a tremendous game with the Bradford Bulls playing superb rugby.

I was pleased to be part of the presentation party presenting the winners trophy to Bradford Bulls Team Captain Robby Paul and reiterate my congratulations to the whole team.

Mr. Hoyle

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what assistance she has provided to the Rugby Football League to persuade the Australian Rugby League authorities to continue with the tour of Great Britain. [8431]

Mr. Caborn

My right hon. Friend has had no direct involvement with the Rugby Football League on this matter. However, I have been in regular contact with the RFL.

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